Life, Hope & Truth Blog

Christmas: Is It “What You Make It”?

by Joshua Travers
December 24, 2013 • 4 minute read

Some say that Christmas is what you make it. Yet, since it’s supposedly the birthday of Jesus Christ, shouldn’t we ask what His opinion of Christmas is?

3 Lies Every Woman Needs to Stop Believing

by Debbie G. Pierce and Vivienne Villaescusa
December 23, 2013 • 5 minute read

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Is your worth defined by your outward appearance or by something far more important? If you’ve flipped on a radio station or picked up a...

Nelson Mandela and the Quest for Peace

by Tim Groves
December 10, 2013 • 4 minute read

Nelson Mandela devoted much of his life to the pursuit of freedom and equality for all people. But can we really achieve lasting peace by our own efforts? The world is paying tribute to...

A Thanksgiving Message to America

by Erik Jones
November 28, 2013 • 5 minute read

In a world of ingratitude, Thanksgiving reminds us to give thanks for blessings. What should Americans be thankful for this Thanksgiving? Every year on the fourth Thursday of November,...

Iranian Nuclear Agreement: Progress or Dangerous?

by Tim Groves
November 26, 2013 • 4 minute read

The United States and some of its allies promise to ease some sanctions as Iran agrees to some restrictions on its nuclear progress. But can Iran be trusted? At the suggestion of Iranian...

Discern: A Magazine of Life, Hope and Truth

Magazine to Help Readers Find Relevant Answers

by Mike Bennett
November 26, 2013 • 2 minute read

A free e-magazine with an unabashed biblical worldview will be launched Dec. 16, 2013. Discern: A Magazine of Life, Hope & Truth is designed to offer fresh perspectives and tested...

The World’s Most Dangerous Terrorist

by Eddie Foster
November 25, 2013 • 5 minute read

As the world is continuously rocked by terror attacks, more and more names are added to the list of dangerous terrorists. What name is missing from the list? Whether the target is a mall in...

The JFK Assassination 50 Years Later

by Erik Jones
November 20, 2013 • 6 minute read

This year is the 50th anniversary of President Kennedy’s assassination. Many focus on conspiracy theories, but is there a greater legacy we should focus on? On Nov. 22, the United...

“Beware: Marriage Turbulence Ahead!” (Part 3)

by Debbie Caudle
November 19, 2013 • 4 minute read

Imagine marriage is like flying a plane. When you encounter the rough spots, use these “instruments” and guidelines to help restore a smooth flight. Imagine your marriage is like...

Remembering Gettysburg: The Cost of Liberty

by Tim Groves
November 15, 2013 • 4 minute read

Abraham Lincoln spoke about the sacrifices made for liberty and freedom in his Gettysburg Address. What does the Bible say is required for real liberty? Abraham Lincoln gave the Gettysburg...

Who’s Flying This Marriage Anyway? (Part 2)

by Debbie Caudle
November 11, 2013 • 5 minute read

Imagine that marriage is like flying a plane—and you’re trying to work out who will handle which controls. Here are some tips to avoid a bumpy ride. The last thing you want...

Where’s This Marriage Going? Part 1

by Debbie Caudle
November 4, 2013 • 4 minute read

Imagine that marriage is like flying a plane—and you’re about to taxi down the runway. Here’s the first of three blog posts about preparing for a smooth flight. In my 20...